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Silene coronaria Oculata Group
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rose campion Oculata Group

A collection of biennials or short-lived perennials, with slender upright stems and narrowly ovate leaves all felted with silvery white. Branching sprays of white flowers with deep pink centres are produced in late summer

Synonyms
Lychnis coronaria 'Oculata'
Lychnis coronaria Oculata Group
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
1–2 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Grey Silver
Summer Pink White Grey Silver
Autumn Grey Silver
Winter Grey Silver
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness
H7
Botanical details
Family
Caryophyllaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Clump forming
Genus

Silene can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with opposite, untoothed leaves and solitary or clustered flowers with 5, usually notched petals

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade

Propagation

Propagate by seed or by basal softwood cuttings in spring.

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Prairie planting
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Deadhead to prolong flowering or to prevent unwanted self-seeding

Pests

May be susceptible to slug and snail damage

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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